Using Program Windows

In this book I make frequent reference to common program window elements. Most are obvious, but to avoid confusion and get more details, see the following list (and check out Figure 2, Program window controls referenced in this book):

  1. Tabs: Clicking each tab button takes you to a different sheet with a different page of options. The currently selected tab button is darkened.

  2. Checkboxes: Clicking puts a check in the box, activating that particular feature. Clicking again removes the check, deactivating that feature. Multiple checkboxes can be selected.

  3. Radio buttons: Like checkboxes, clicking in the circle activates that feature. The difference is that with radio buttons, you can select only one choice within the options ...

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